Which location is not recommended for mounting a smoke alarm in a typical home?

• A. In the bedroom
• B. In the hallway
• C. Outside near sleeping areas
• D. In the kitchen

Answer: (D)

Smoke alarms work best when placed where they can detect smoke early without being set off by everyday cooking. In typical homes, alarms belong in bedrooms, in hallways outside sleeping areas, and in living spaces so you hear them quickly if a fire starts. A detector in the kitchen is not recommended because cooking smoke and heat frequently trigger it, creating nuisance alarms that people may silence or disable, which reduces safety. If you want extra protection near the kitchen, install alarms outside the kitchen area (not directly inside) or consider a heat detector there, but avoid a standard smoke alarm directly in the kitchen.